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Me-usings and Me-emories

15 November 2018 - I have heard that bad things occur on the ides of a month, so I am being extra-vigilant today in my sentry duty.  This morning the air is full of juicy smells, so my nose is quickly reaching saturation.  When that occurs I will be forced to retire to a quiet corner... to allow my senses to equilibrate.  Occupations that demand acute concentration are physically exhausting, which is why U.N. interpreters work in pairs and switch off every twenty minutes.  One simply can not remain at peak performance without periodic rest.  To push yourself beyond (to egotistically prove something) results in mistakes and, if your job is critical, cat-astrophe.

methodology of the meow-stro

 

 

 

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

Respect your limits.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - obspurrvant, keeping careful watch (hey, it's my job)

make mine neat

Me-ow-my-oh!

Me-usings and Me-emories

14 November 2018 - A gooseneck rocker and loads of books... yes, this spot is a favorite reading place of the shorter peep.  I am fond of the nook as well, since a lap is on hand when she is resident.  I could tell by her facial expression that she thought I was a bit too large for my selected perch (whereas I found it comfy, with an elevation advantage).  It is nigh impossible to control what flashes through our heads, so I took pleasure in the fact that she did not voice her concern that I would break the side table.  As you can see, like many fears, it was unfounded... although my dismount may lack in grace.

methodology of the meow-stro

 

 

 

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

Don't be defined by

others' expectations.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - elegatto, nimble and light of foot (Balanchine loved us)

pass the salt mine

Me-ow-my-oh!

Me-usings and Me-emories

13 November 2018 - A smart office manager knows that the workplace should be stimulating and comfortable.  My forte is obviously the latter, resulting in a very laid-back atmosphere in our home.  This preferred skew probably diminishes our productivity, but my two peeps are happy workers... and frankly we are not aiming to set the world on fire (California is enough excitement at the present).  Not one of us is a youngster any longer, striving to make his mark, so we specialize in reliable, if perhaps plodding, output.  And by keeping an oar in the water all our bills are paid:  I feel justified in stating that I run a water-tight ship (or perhaps rowboat).

methodology of the meow-stro

 

 

 

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

Don't lose sight of 

your priorities (or land).

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - physicat activity, toiling to achieve an outcome (although mental exertion is preferred)

hungriness rhapsody

Me-ow-my-oh!

Me-usings and Me-emories

12 November 2018 - I have noticed that peeps who prepare and/or serve food always smile when one acts interested in mealtime.  My appetite is most keen in the morning, so the shorter peep will typically find me waiting in or near the dining room... a not so subtle signal that I am ready to eat.  I also have noticed (and am grateful) that the shorter peep feeds me before herself.  It could be altruism, or it could be avoidance of my paw pokes.  Either way I show appreciation by cleaning my saucer... one shouldn't swat the hand that feeds you.  

methodology of the meow-stro

 

 

 

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

Stoke your engine.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - cat-chen, the room where a cat's food is dished up

duty hound

Me-ow-my-oh!

Me-usings and Me-emories

11 November 2018 - When the foliage is this dense, one can't just rely on vision.  Although my ears are keen, in this setting my nose gives me an advantage.  Has an interloper swiped past these leaves?  Is it lurking behind the greenery?  Even more irritating, has the intruder left a claim on my (our) property?  Perhaps my peeps can understand why sometimes I return from yard duty not in the best of moods... not that I would take my aggravation out on them.  But I would never shirk my responsibilities just because they upset me.  One of the telltale signs of being an adult is doing stuff that you'd rather not.

methodology of the meow-stro

 

 

 

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

There is something satisfying

about checking a box.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - impurrative, vitally impurrtant (have no fear, we cats are here)

heads up

Me-ow-my-oh!

Me-usings and Me-emories

10 November 2018 - After our morning refuel, the shorter peep and I typically make our way to the office.  During the early hours we have the place to ourselves, and can quickly dispatch the tasks awaiting in the in-basket.  I find our routine comforting, as I know what to expect, and where to find her.  Another obvious work bonus is that a lap is on offer.  My peeps largely eschew trends, so I am not too worried that they will invest in stand-up desks.  As manager I should have some say in any development that would make my job more difficult to accomplish.

methodology of the meow-stro

 

 

 

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

Knees should be bent

during exercise.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - admeownister, be responsible for the running of (since I don't like to break a sweat)

a distinct possibility

Me-ow-my-oh!

Me-usings and Me-emories

9 November 2018 - We have virtually nothing to say about our genetics, but I am pleased to have this profile... as opposed to the smashed-in Purrsian look.  It is difficult to sneak up on interlopers if one's breath is wheezy.  Besides I have no wish to be one of the pedigreed royals, and with no documentation of my parents I am not expecting an invitation.  The everyday fellow can make an excellent sentinel, a loyal companion, a first-rate confidante.... and I would like to think that is true of me.  So excuse me while I remain in this corner:  I am busy keeping watch over our house.

methodology of the meow-stro

 

 

 

Today's Catechism 

(for the self-taught)

Ordinary need not

be a pejorative.

Bring back Bastet

Bastet beckons

Catty Corner

word of the day - typicat, possessing feline qualities (and making no apology)